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For several consecutive days, I noticed Xu Jinwei lingering near our residence. She deliberately dressed in plain, even shabby clothes, yet she was repeatedly driven away by the guards.
After seven days without seeing my mother, Xu Jinwei finally left in resignation.
One day, I put on a newly made ruqun and was about to head out when a familiar voice called from behind, "Where are you going?"
I was startled and froze in place. Just as I racked my brain for an excuse, Ye Mo opened the door for me and took his jade pendant.
"Come with me."
I turned around and stammered, "I... I'm just going out shopping with a close friend. I'll take a carriage and won't trouble you, brother."
Ye Mo's tone was firm. "Did you not say that there are only the two of us in the house and that I should take care of you more?"
I wanted to persuade him further, but Ye Mo seemed not to hear me. With a gentle push, he ushered me out the door, which closed behind me.
Before I knew it, I stood in front of Ye Mo's green carriage. Seeing the exquisite two-seater, I felt a surge of joy but still whispered, "Brother, I've made plans with my friend..."
Ye Mo's expression darkened as he coolly replied, "Troublesome."
In the end, we switched to a more luxurious carriage. Just as I was about to climb aboard, Ye Mo said again, "Sit in the front."
Hearing his commanding tone, I couldn't help but grumble inwardly; did he think of himself as some kind of noble?
"Hurry up and get in," he urged again, so I had no choice but to scramble into the front seat.
After picking up my new friend Lu Jiaojiao, we headed to the largest silk shop in the city. Ye Mo followed behind with a stern expression, arms crossed.
"Xiao Jin, your brother is so handsome; could you tell me his name?" Jiaojiao asked with an infatuated look in her eyes as she frequently glanced at him.
Feeling anxious inside, I observed Ye Mo closely and noticed his furrowed brow and gloomy demeanor.
Leaning closer to Jiaojiao, I whispered, "Don't set your sights on him; he only has eyes for men."
Jiaojiao was taken aback by my words.
After the shock, only curiosity remained in her gaze as she looked at Ye Mo.
Then she pulled me along to select silks and satins from various shops. When we had browsed enough, I intentionally led Lu Jiaojiao to a tea house. From my memories of my past life, I knew that Xu Jinwei worked as a waiter here, and today the most respected figure in the academy, Xiao Ran, would be captivated by her at this tea house.
It was because she accidentally spilled tea on Xiao Ran that he noticed this diligent student. After that, the two of them encountered each other multiple times, and Xiao Ran began to pursue her passionately. I was well aware that in my previous life, Xiao Ran was deeply infatuated with Xu Jinwei, much like the trope of a wealthy young master falling for a poor girl in a play.
With this connection, Xu Jinwei thrived in the academy; not only was she not bullied by the wealthy young men, but she also managed to gain admission to the best academy in the capital. I initially intended to capture Xiao Ran's attention with beauty first, but despite sending messages for an entire week, he never responded. Thus, I had no choice but to interfere with their meeting.
Lu Jiaojiao and I put on the airs of wealthy young ladies and strode confidently into the tea house. I pretended to be casual as I guided Lu Jiaojiao past Xiao Ran's table. The cup of tea that was supposed to spill on Xiao Ran's clothes ended up splattering onto Lu Jiaojiao's satin skirt instead.
With Lu Jiaojiao's startled exclamation, Xu Jinwei hurriedly stepped back and nearly fell into Xiao Ran's arms. I quickly stepped forward to pull her back, but lost my balance and leaned forward, almost colliding with Xiao Ran when a strong pair of hands yanked me back. A chill immediately swept over me from the top of my head.
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